INGREDIENTS GLOSSARY

 

PHYTO-ACTIVES (PLANT BASED)

 

     





Acerola Cherries, also known as West Indian Cherries.

Known as a natural hair growth elixir, acerola cherries are a vitamin C powerhouse that promotes collagen formation. It nourishes and moisturizes the scalp,  improves circulation, strengthens hair strands, and stimulated follicle activity. 

GUAVA

Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, guava helps strengthen hair follicles, reduce breakage and improve blood circulation to the scalp. Vitamin C boost collagen, protein that builds and repairs hair structure. Vitamin A keeps the scalp well hydrated by sebum production. B Vitamins (B3, B5 and B7 - Biotin) support keratin production, improves elasticity, strengthen hair shaft. Minerals like (potassium, magnesium and calcium) improve blood circulation in the scalp.

 

HIBISCUS

Hibiscus can stimulate hair follicles, strengthen hair strands, acts as a natural conditioner, soothes the scalp. It is rich in antioxidants the helps reduce wrinkle and fine lines in your skin. The organic acids gently exfoliate, evens skin tone and promotes cell turnover for a brighter complexion.

PINEAPPLE

High in vitamin C content, pineapples help repair damaged and dry hair. The bromeliad enzyme and other nutrients can strengthen hair follicles. It removes product buildup and removes dead skin cells. For the skin, it helps fade discoloration and promotes collagen production.


MANGO

Rich in vitamin A, C & E, mangoes are essential for healthy hair growth. Vitamin A stimulates sebum production, keeping the scalp moisturized. Vitamin E improves blood circulation to the scalp. Natural enzymes help exfoliate the scalp, removes dead skin cells and excess oil. Vitamin C is essential for collagen production. With high water content, it’s a great moisturizer for the skin. It help reduce blemishes and dark spots. Mangoes contain natural enzymes that gently exfoliate the skin. 


PAPAYA

The papain in papaya ( pawpaw) help remove dead skin cells and product buildup from the scalp. It acts like a natural conditioner and it’s anti fungal properties help control dandruff and other scalp conditions. As a natural exfoliant, papaya help lighten dark spots and evens out skin tone. The enzymes and nutrients help soothe and calm skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.

BANANAS

Ripe bananas (plantain) are rich in potassium, magnesium, natural oils and vitamins A & C. It softens the hair and improves hair elasticity and shine. Silica, a mineral in bananas, is essential for healthy hair growth. It help synthesize collagen that contributes to the hair’s strength. By increasing collagen production, it help fortify hair strands making them less prone to breakage.


COCONUT MILK

The milk fats and nutrients in coconut milk penetrate the hair shaft, providing hydration and manageability. It strengthens hair follicles and is anti-inflammatory helping to soothe dry and irritated scalp. Nutrients like magnesium, copper, and selenium support healthy cell membranes to stimulate hair growth. As a natural emollient, it deeply hydrated and softens the skin. It soothes irritated skin, reduces itchiness and its lauric acid fight acne-causing bacteria and reduces inflammation. 


COCONUT OIL

Known for its deep penetration, coconut oil helps to reduce protein loss, control split ends and breakage. It smooths the hair cuticle and tames frizz. Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer that hydrates and softens dry skin. It help strengthen the skin’s natural barrier. 


THYME OIL

Known for its anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, thyme helps with reducing scalp dandruff, itching and infants. It stimulates blood circulation which is crucial for delivering nutrients and oxygen to the hair follicles. Thyme oil helps regulate the scalp’s natural oil production while soothing and calming irritated and dry scalps.

SUNFLOWER OIL

Sunflower oil contains oleic and linoleum acids which are emollients that help moisturize and soften hair. These fatty acids create a protective barrier on the hair shaft locking in moisture. It penetrates the hair shaft, smoothed cuticle and controls frizz. These same fatty acids moisturizes and hydrates the skin. Its linoleicacid content helps balance skin’s sebum products and reduce breakouts. 


ALOE VERA

This is a medicinal plant with antioxidants and antibacterial properties. As a hydrator, it combats dryness and frizz in the hair. It calm and soothes irritated scalps and improves blood circulation. The enzymes in aloe Vera help break down dead skin cells and excess buildup. Aloe Vera is easily absorbed by the skin locking in moisture while calming and soothing it. It has healing properties that aids in breakouts and skin irritation. 


SOYBEAN OIL

Rich in vitamin E, fatty acid and antioxidants, soybean oil help improve the hair’s ability to retain moisture. It nourishes the hair follicles and scalp, promoting stronger hair strands. Isoflavones in soybean oil help fade dark spots and brighten skin tone. As an emollient, it softens, hydrates and maintains skin elasticity. 


TURMERIC

With its antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties, turmeric prevents skin cells from clumping together and clogging pores. It soothes scalp conditions which can cause itching, flacking and thinning hair. Turmeric help inhibit agents that cause hair follicle death. It strengthens hair roots and improve hair thickness. 


FLAXSEED

Flaxseed (Linseed) mucilage and oil helps hydrate and soften the hair. The omega-3 promotes healthy hair growth. It soothes and calm irritated scalps, improves hair elasticity and defines curl pattern.

SWEET ALMOND OIL

Naturally rich in biotin, sweet almond oil helps strengthen hair and stimulate hair follicles. It helps hydrate thus reducing breakage and split ends. Soothes and relieves dryness in the scalp while smoothing down the hair cuticle. It also contains essential nutrients and fatty acids that help to seal in moisture, preventing dehydration and keeping skin soft and supple.


BLACK CASTOR OIL

Rich in ricinoleic acid, omega-6 and 9, fatty acids and vitamin E; black castor oil penetrates the scalp deeply to help stimulate blood flow, nourishes follicles and strengthens hair strands. It acts as a humectant, drawing moisture from the air into the hair and locking it in. Anti-microbial and antibacterial properties help soothe and calm the scalp.

Black Castor Oil also help thicken hair while improving scalp circulation for thinning areas like edges and hairlines. It penetrates the skin to delivery deep, long-lasting hydration. Strengthens skin's moisture barrier and soothes dry, rough and cracked skin.

PEPPERMINT

With it’s anti-inflammatory, antiseptic antibacterial properties, peppermint oil soothes itchy scalps, increases blood flow and circulation, promotes hair growth and controls oil production. 

PASSION FRUIT

Rich in vitamin A & C, fatty acids and antioxidants, the fruit oil (maracuja) deeply penetrates, hydrates, nourishes and conditions the hair. It soothes irritation, reduces dandruff and makes the hair more manageable. In skincare, passion fruit oil supports collagen and elastin production. It has skin-smoothing and regenerative properties that aid in healing. 


ROSEMARY 


As a potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-microbial and circulation-boosting properties, rosemary oil and extract stimulates hair follicles and eco courage’s hair regrowth. It strengthens hair strands, combats dandruff and soothes itchy scalps. 

Rice

With a variety of nutrients including (niacin - B3, riboflavin - B2 and thiamine, minerals (magnesium, calcium and iron), and amino acids; rice water nourishes the scalp and hair. Inositol, a carbohydrate, is an important component of rice that penetrates and strengthens hair shaft from within. 

KAOLIN CLAY

This is a naturally occurring and gentle soft clay renowned for its absorbent properties that cleanses the scalp, unplugs pores, draws out impurities and removes product buildup and dead skin cells. It also helps soothe irritated and dry scalps. 

BLACK WILLOW BARK

Rich in salicylic acid (natural exfoliant), gently removes dead skin cells and product buildup from the scalp. It regulates sebum production and improves circulation. In skincare, it helps soothe skin irritation, minimizes pores, calm redness, reduce fine lines and wrinkles

SQUALANE

Naturally sourced from sugarcanes, our squalane is light-weight, hydrating, nourishing and moisturizing. It is non-pore clogging and reinforces the skin’s barrier. Squalane helps boost collagen and regulates sebum production. It reduces keratin breakdown and prevents dryness and flakiness.


BIOTIN

Also known as vitamin B7, biotin enhances the production of keratin, the protein that constitutes hair. Increase in keratin production stimulates hair follicles. 

CLINICAL ACTIVES

 


RETINOL

A derivative of vitamin A, retinol promotes cell turnover, exfoliates dead skin cells and regulate sebum production. It also increases blood flow to hair follicles. 


NIACINAMIDE

Known as vitamin B3, niacinamide help build the skin’s natural protective barrier, reduces moisture loss and boots keratin production. It minimizes pores, boots collagen and helps fade dark spots.

Hyaluronic Acid

This a proven powerful humectant that intensely moisturizes, plumps and improves elasticity in the skin. In hair care, it deeply hydrates strands, seals the cuticle to combat frizz, and increases shine and strength. It also soothes dry and flaky scalps.

Azelaic Acid

A multi-tasking powerhouse that soothe inflammation, targets acne, treats redness,  melasma and improves uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation. It gently exfoliates dead skin cells, unclogs pores and fades dark spots.